2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
